Jane Goodall, Botanical Textile Painting

Jane Goodall, author of The Beautiful Leaf, will share her passion for botanical printing – a fascinating art form where the natural pigments and tannins within leaves and plants are transferred onto fabric.

After a long academic career at Cambridge, Jane turned her scientific knowledge towards creative exploration, combining natural chemistry with artistic expression.?Her work focuses on creating intricate, naturally dyed prints on silk, wool, cotton, and linen – each one a true interaction between plant and textile. During this demonstration, Jane will take us through the entire process, from selecting and preparing leaves, to using heat and mordants to achieve permanent, vivid prints.?She will discuss the principles behind eco-printing and demonstrate how knowledge of natural dyes and materials can be used to produce beautiful, sustainable art. This session promises to be an inspiring fusion of science, craft, and creativity.

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